Serving 387 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Norwood Park Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Norwood Park Elementary School's student population of 387 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Norwood Park Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norwood Park Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#953 out of 3663 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
34%
27%
Black
n/a
17%
White
57%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norwood Park Elementary School's ranking?
Norwood Park Elementary School is ranked #953 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Norwood Park Elementary School often compared to?
Norwood Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oriole Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Norwood Park Elementary School?
387 students attend Norwood Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Norwood Park Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Norwood Park Elementary School?
Norwood Park Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Norwood Park Elementary School offer ?
Norwood Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Norwood Park Elementary School part of?
Norwood Park Elementary School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
School Reviews
5 9/22/2021
This is a top school and a hidden gem in the northwest side of the city.
2 10/11/2010
It basically caters for lower income families although it is in a middle class area. They don't push the students very hard unless you are a minority of course.
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